MTS Series 793 - Manual (Page 91)

How to Perform Advanced Tuning Techniques
MTS Series 793 Tuning and Calibration Tuning Procedures 91
6. Save the auto-tuning values.
Standalone FlexTest SE Controllers: Select Setup > Open/Save
Parameters > <>
Automated Controllers: In the Station Manager window’s File menu,
select Save Parameters to save the New Values.
You may save auto-tuning values to an existing parameter set or to a new
parameter set.
Auto-tuning the force
control mode
1. Install a dummy specimen.
2. Set and enable the force feedback signal’s limits (typically just outside the
signal’s full-scale range).
Select Setup > Force > Limits
3. Set up auto-tuning parameters:
A. Select Tuning > Auto-Tuning.
B. For Control Mode, select displacement.
C. For Mode to Tune, select force.
Pressing the Run button will put the actuator in motion.
A moving actuator can injure anyone in its path.
Always clear the actuator area before pressing the Run button.
Note While auto-tuning is in process you cannot changes channels or control
modes. Also, the active and auto-tuning signal’s tuning parameters will
be disabled.
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